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This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group.
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All-Age Family Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Main Program Room
Age Group: All Ages/Families, Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy
Description:
Families with children of all ages engage in an active storytime that lets us talk, read, play, move, and sing together in the Children's Library! This program engages both the caregiver and the child together, so all attendees should expec...

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Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Photographs & Video

Photographs and video may be taken by Library staff during this event and used for Library publicity purposes, including in print and on social media.  Please let a staff member know if you do not wish to be photographed.

Photographing, filming, or recording patrons or staff by anyone other than Library staff is prohibited without the express advance permission of the Library Director.

Thank you.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group.
This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group.
This event is in the "Grades K–2" group.
This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group.
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: All Ages/Families, Ages 3-5, Grades K–2, Grades 3–5
Program Type: Games & Activities
Description:
Drop in during your Spring Break and enjoy some laid-back activities in the Leir Children’s Program Room! No registration required. Children must be accompanied by an adult for all activities. ...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures & Panels
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Description:
Toni McKeen will be flipping through the pages of the evolution of libraries from early clay tablets and scrolls to books; as well as the people who helped our library system grow and develop or who made great contributions to libraries. Andrew Carne...

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Online Programs

The Ridgefield Library cannot guarantee your security or privacy on third party websites or applications.

This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Scrabble Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Description:
For students in grades 3-12. Learn strategies and techniques with Scrabble Master Cornelia Guest. No registration required. Please contact Cornelia Guest at corneliasguest@gmail.com with any questions. Preference may be given to Ridgefield Resi...

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Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Photographs & Video

Photographs and video may be taken by Library staff during this event and used for Library publicity purposes, including in print and on social media.  Please let a staff member know if you do not wish to be photographed.

Photographing, filming, or recording patrons or staff by anyone other than Library staff is prohibited without the express advance permission of the Library Director.

Thank you.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed, Special Programs
Description:
Next Chapter Book Club is a unique community-based book club program for adolescents (16 & up) and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our members love books for the same reasons most people do: they enjoy being transpor...

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Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Online Programs

The Ridgefield Library cannot guarantee your security or privacy on third party websites or applications.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Main Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Home Page Feed
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Description:
The Community Mindfulness Project will be hosting in-person sessions twice a month. Time for community building, mindful meditation instruction, a guided meditation, sharing and reflection. Suitable for first-timers and pros alike. No special clothin...

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Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Physical Activity

Participation in physical activities involves risk of injury. Participants agree to obey the safety standards of the program and the instructions of Ridgefield Library staff and other authorized program staff, as well as to hold all parties free from liability.

This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group.
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Main Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-2
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy
Description:
For families with walkers ages 12-24 months. Join us for fingerplays, movement, music and stories. This weekly storytime emphasizes rhymes and songs geared towards the development of toddlers. This program engages both the caregiver and the...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Photographs & Video

Photographs and video may be taken by Library staff during this event and used for Library publicity purposes, including in print and on social media.  Please let a staff member know if you do not wish to be photographed.

Photographing, filming, or recording patrons or staff by anyone other than Library staff is prohibited without the express advance permission of the Library Director.

Thank you.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group.
This event is in the "Grades K–2" group.
This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group.
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Ages 3-5, Grades K–2, Grades 3–5
Program Type: Films
Description:
Join us during the Spring Break to watch Chicken Little (2005), rated G, running time 81 minutes. No registration required. Children must be accompanied by an adult for all activities..  Programs like this are supported by the generous d...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Description:
Join us for a discussion and demonstration of the various iPhone settings you can use to ensure your privacy is protected when you use your iPhone. Most apps track everything you do on your iPhone and everywhere you go. It is important to share only ...

Disclaimer(s)

Online Programs

The Ridgefield Library cannot guarantee your security or privacy on third party websites or applications.

This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Description:
Join other interested gamers in grades 2-12 to learn the basics of playing the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) from educator Mike Garguilo. If you know the basics, learn strategies and deck-building tips to maximize your own deck. All ...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Photographs & Video

Photographs and video may be taken by Library staff during this event and used for Library publicity purposes, including in print and on social media.  Please let a staff member know if you do not wish to be photographed.

Photographing, filming, or recording patrons or staff by anyone other than Library staff is prohibited without the express advance permission of the Library Director.

Thank you.

This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Description:
Join other interested gamers in grades 2-12 to learn the basics of playing the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) from educator Mike Garguilo. If you know the basics, learn strategies and deck-building tips to maximize your own deck. All ...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Photographs & Video

Photographs and video may be taken by Library staff during this event and used for Library publicity purposes, including in print and on social media.  Please let a staff member know if you do not wish to be photographed.

Photographing, filming, or recording patrons or staff by anyone other than Library staff is prohibited without the express advance permission of the Library Director.

Thank you.

This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group.

Preschool Storytime

10:30am - 11:15am
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Ages 3-5
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy
Description:
Children ages 3-5 explore a new book every week through song, dance, and crafts in this active storytime! No registration. Programs like this are supported by the generous donations of our patrons. ...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Photographs & Video

Photographs and video may be taken by Library staff during this event and used for Library publicity purposes, including in print and on social media.  Please let a staff member know if you do not wish to be photographed.

Photographing, filming, or recording patrons or staff by anyone other than Library staff is prohibited without the express advance permission of the Library Director.

Thank you.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Description:
Join us for this French conversation class for those with intermediate to advanced French. The class takes place via Zoom. Through texts, poems, songs, videos and more, learn more about the language and culture, improve your language skills, and meet...

Disclaimer(s)

Online Programs

The Ridgefield Library cannot guarantee your security or privacy on third party websites or applications.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Main Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Home Page Feed
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Description:
A bi-monthly Yoga class, using a chair (standing and seated) as a prop for support. Chair Yoga makes practicing yoga accessible for all populations, ages and conditions. Chair Yoga classes with Liz Wendel give you the full benefits of any oth...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Physical Activity

Participation in physical activities involves risk of injury. Participants agree to obey the safety standards of the program and the instructions of Ridgefield Library staff and other authorized program staff, as well as to hold all parties free from liability.

This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group.
This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group.
This event is in the "Grades K–2" group.
This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group.
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: All Ages/Families, Ages 3-5, Grades K–2, Grades 3–5
Program Type: Games & Activities
Description:
Drop in during your Spring Break and enjoy some laid-back activities in the Leir Children’s Program Room! No registration required. Children must be accompanied by an adult for all activities. ...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Main Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Films
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Description:
I Am Love (Io sono l'amore), 2009, 2 hours, Rated R Emma left Russia to live with her husband in Italy. Now a member of a powerful industrial family, she is the respected mother of three, but feels unfulfilled. One day, Antonio, a talented chef an...
This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group.

Kids Coding Club

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Registration
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Donofrio Family Technology Center
Age Group: Grades 3–5
Program Type: Classes & Workshops, Home Page Feed, Technology & STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

This event is in the "Grades K–2" group.
This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group.
This event is in the "Grades 6–8" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Speedcubing Club

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Kellen Family Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Grades K–2, Grades 3–5, Grades 6–8, Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities, Home Page Feed
Description:
Speedcubing fans in grades 2-12 (and their caregiver) are invited to join others to explore and learn more about combination puzzles and the speedcubing method! This informal meeting does not have an instructor, but is intended as a casual meet up to...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Randolph Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussions, Home Page Feed
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Description:
The title for this month is Dating Dr. Dil by Nisha Sharma Adaptations with a modern twist: This hilarious new romantic comedy inspired by The Taming of the Shrew features a love-phobic TV doctor who must convince a love-obsessed homebody the...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Masking information

Library Masking Guidelines:

· Per current local, state and federal guidelines, masks are optional for all Library patrons and staff

· The Library welcomes patrons and staff to wear masks if they prefer

· The Library has masks available at all service desks

· Ask about our contactless and remote service options

This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group.

Terrific Twos

10:30am - 11:15am
Registration
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-2
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Description:
For walking toddlers ages 24-35 months and their parent or caregiver. This three-week class includes free play, songs, fingerplays, stories, and activities. Registration is required and is for all three sessions. No siblings please. Preference ...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Photographs & Video

Photographs and video may be taken by Library staff during this event and used for Library publicity purposes, including in print and on social media.  Please let a staff member know if you do not wish to be photographed.

Photographing, filming, or recording patrons or staff by anyone other than Library staff is prohibited without the express advance permission of the Library Director.

Thank you.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group.

Baby & Me Playtime

11:30am - 12:00pm
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Ages 0-2
Program Type: Storytimes & Early Literacy
Description:
Non-walking infants ages birth to 12 months with a caregiver are invited to drop into this informal group to network and enjoy baby time together. There will be a short introduction by a member of the library staff before each session. No registra...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Photographs & Video

Photographs and video may be taken by Library staff during this event and used for Library publicity purposes, including in print and on social media.  Please let a staff member know if you do not wish to be photographed.

Photographing, filming, or recording patrons or staff by anyone other than Library staff is prohibited without the express advance permission of the Library Director.

Thank you.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group.
This event is in the "Grades K–2" group.
This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group.
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Ages 3-5, Grades K–2, Grades 3–5
Program Type: Films
Description:
Join us during the Spring Break to watch Chicken Run (2000), rated G, running time 84 minutes. No registration required. Children must be accompanied by an adult for all activities..  Programs like this are supported by the generous...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group.
This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group.
This event is in the "Grades K–2" group.

Big Picture

11:00am - 11:30am
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: All Ages/Families, Ages 3-5, Grades K–2
Program Type: Films
Description:
Families with children ages 3 and up are invited to watch short films based on favorite and classic picturebooks. Books related to the weekly themes will be displayed for check out. Children must be accompanied by an adult. This program was formerly ...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Photographs & Video

Photographs and video may be taken by Library staff during this event and used for Library publicity purposes, including in print and on social media.  Please let a staff member know if you do not wish to be photographed.

Photographing, filming, or recording patrons or staff by anyone other than Library staff is prohibited without the express advance permission of the Library Director.

Thank you.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "All Ages/Families" group.
This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group.
This event is in the "Grades K–2" group.
This event is in the "Grades 3–5" group.
Library Branch: Ridgefield Library
Room: Leir Children’s Program Room
Age Group: All Ages/Families, Ages 3-5, Grades K–2, Grades 3–5
Program Type: Games & Activities
Description:
Drop in during your Spring Break and enjoy some laid-back activities in the Leir Children’s Program Room! No registration required. Children must be accompanied by an adult for all activities. ...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.